Esha Wadnerkar, who is known as Esha Dey, is an accomplished Indian actress, performer and trained Kathak dancer who has worked in TV, film, theatre and web series. In the Marathi entertainment scene, she has made a strong mark and has also had success in Hindi projects. Starting as a theatre artist, she slowly but surely made a place for herself in mainstream media with her emotive acting and dynamic screen presence.
Apart from acting, which is what she is known for, Esha has a background in performing arts, which includes a diploma in professional acting from the London School of Dramatic Art and a master’s degree in Kathak dance. Also, it is her versatility and dedication to her craft that have made Esha a point of watch for many, as we see in recent years.
Career
Esha Dey, in 2011, started her professional career in theatre, which gave her a solid foundation for her acting skills. Also, over time, she branched out into TV, film, and web series, which showcased her range as a performer.
In many of her early works, which included the Marathi comedy show Maharashtrachi Hasyajatra, she got wide-scale acceptance for her comic timing and expressive acting, which won the audience over. Also in popular projects like 9 to 5, Chuk Bhul Dyavi Ghyavi and the Hindi film Aiyyaa (2012), she was a part of.
In the online space, she appeared in the Hindi web series Aashram, which expanded her appeal past regional cinema. Also, the Marathi film Gulkand (2025) was released, in which she had a large role, which also increased her presence in the industry.
Esha has worked with top production companies, which include BhaDiPa and has also featured in ads, which is a platform that she shares with big names in Bollywood, which is a sign of her growth in the entertainment field.
Age & Height
As of 2026, Esha Dey will be 34 years old, which is the case since she was born in 1992 and has May 25th as her birthday.
She is 5’2”, which goes to her graceful persona and dance background.
Family (Relationship)
In terms of her personal and family life, Esha Dey keeps that very private. It is known, though, that she married Abhishek Khankar on March 11, 2026.
During her stay in London, she took on the professional name “Esha Dey”, which dropped her birth surname, an interesting turn of events that shaped her public image.
Net Worth
As of 2026, Esha Dey’s net worth is reported to be in the range of ₹1 to 3 crore. Although exact numbers are not officially out there, what is put forth is that she does work in film and TV, web series, brand ambassador roles, stage shows, and also does product placements.
In the coming years, her income is expected to greatly increase, which we see as a result of her growth in the digital and regional entertainment spaces.
Hobbies
Beyond, in terms of performance, which is true of Esha, she is very much into dance, which is her great love. In the field of Kathak, which is a type of Indian classical dance, she has achieved great skill both in the academic study of it and in her professional practice. Dance is also what is very much at the heart of who Esha is and how she expresses herself artistically.
She is also into travel, putting together creative content, and out reaching to her audience via social media. As a trained artist, she also plays with many forms of art, which include theatre and storytelling.
Conclusion
Esha Dey’s story from theatre to mainstream is a perfect study of passion and persistence. With strong training, consistent put-downs, which in turn won her many fans, she is in the process of transforming into a very dynamic artist in the Indian entertainment industry.
As Esha ventures into many different roles in film, web series and TV, she is indeed establishing a career that is a blend of talent, versatility and dedication, which will see her become a name to remember in the coming years.
